Computer Technology Teacher

Computer Technology Teacher

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:      Building Principal

SALARY:                                 Teacher Contract

CONTRACT LENGTH:                School Year

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop student college and career academics (e.g. reading, math, writing, etc.) and career academic skills (e.g. word processing, typing, record keeping, business communications, etc.); to explore and develop practical college and career academic skills for personal use or for use in future occupations; and to encourage students to develop work and personal habits essential for college and career success. 

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers Exploring Careers and Introduction to Technology education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Teaches knowledge and skills in the following subjects to intermediate level students: typing, note taking, record-keeping, data processing or basic career exploration and college academic readiness skills.
• Prepares appropriate instructional aids and display materials to enhance learning.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of the business and education communities.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings and committees as assigned.
• Maintains inventory records and keeps supplied materials in good working condition.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
                Note:    The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans that improve student learning.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Working Conditions:

• Work in standard office and school building environments.
• Must be able to work regular scheduled hours.
• Must be able to handle stress.            

Certification/License:

• State Certification as required for position.

Education:

• Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.

Experience:
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.